Agartala, Tripura: The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Regional Cancer Centre (ABVRCC) has made history by successfully performing a complex Total Thyroidectomy procedure on a 65-year-old woman suffering from Stage-IV Thyroid Cancer. This groundbreaking surgery marks a significant advancement in cancer treatment within the state of Tripura.
A Challenging Case:
The patient, hailing from Gomati district, faced severe breathing difficulties due to the cancer’s spread to her windpipe. The ABVRCC medical team, led by a team of experienced Head and Neck Oncology specialists, swiftly intervened with an Emergency Tracheostomy to alleviate her respiratory distress.
A Complex Procedure:
On November 22, 2024, the team underwent a six-hour-long surgery involving Total Thyroidectomy, Trachea Resection, and Anastomosis. This intricate procedure required the removal of the affected thyroid gland and reconstruction of the windpipe.
A Team Effort:
The successful surgery was a collaborative effort involving a dedicated team of specialists:
- Surgical Team: Dr. Amlan Debbarma, Dr. Rakesh Tripura, Dr. Rahul Dey, Dr. Bhaskar Roy, Dr. Saikat Sen, Dr. Mousumi Shil
- Anesthesia Team: Dr. Debashis Debroy, Dr. Mrinal Debbarma
- Nursing Team: Siraj Debbarma, Payel Roy, Sanjay Debbarma
- Operation Theatre Technicians: Amlan Dasgupta, Krishna Tripura, Pranjal Acharya, Arjun Tripura, Baithang Debbarma
A New Era for Cancer Care in Tripura:
This milestone achievement signifies a new era for cancer care in Tripura. Previously, such complex procedures were only accessible at private hospitals outside the state, often at prohibitive costs. With the successful completion of this surgery, the ABVRCC has demonstrated its capability to provide advanced and affordable cancer treatment within the state.
The patient’s family expressed deep gratitude to the medical team for their expertise and compassion. The Director of the Health Department also commended the surgical team for their remarkable achievement, which sets a new standard for healthcare services in Tripura.
